Tineco has been at the forefront of wet-dry vacuums, prompting competing brands to design innovative products like the Roborock Flexi Pro and the Dreame H13 Pro. The new Tineco Floor One S7 Steam offers a groundbreaking approach to cleaning by combining a wet-dry stick vacuum with a steamer.

This dual-function design makes it easy to mop and vacuum your house simultaneously, ensuring your floors are fully sanitized. It also simplifies cleaning by eliminating the need for detergent, providing a natural and safe way to remove bacteria and stains through the use of steam.

In this detailed review, we will explore how the Tineco Floor One S7 Steam can make everyday cleaning easier and how it compares to other wet-dry vacuums.

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A modern and effective design

The Tineco Floor One S7 Steam features a relatively standard design when it comes to wet-dry vacuums. It has a relatively thick main body that houses the motor, battery, and two water tanks. The 800ml clean water tank is located at the back, while the 700ml wastewater tank is at the front. Both come in a transparent black finish, allowing you to easily monitor water levels.

At the top of the body, a screen displays the battery percentage, selected mode, and water tank information. The vacuum also includes Tineco’s iLoop feature, which uses a circular LED that changes color based on detected dirt levels.

The upper part consists of a thin handle with two buttons on the front for turning the vacuum on and off and activating the steam mode. A third button, located at the top of the handle, initiates a self-cleaning cycle.

The cleaning head has a removable top cover with three conduits to dispense steam. At the bottom, an LED strip illuminates dirt and debris. The Tineco Floor One S7 also has an edge-to-edge brush roller, making it easy to clean along baseboards. Additionally, it includes a built-in scraper to remove dirt from the roller and a descaling system to prevent clogs in the steam conduits.

The docking station is relatively basic, consisting of a flat plastic board that prevents water from soiling your floors and small compartments for storing the spare filter and brush.

The overall build quality of the Floor One S7 Steam is good, and it appears to be durable. However, over time, the dirty water tank may require a bit of fiddling to click back into place fully. Similarly, the vacuum doesn’t always naturally come into contact with the charging connectors when placed back on the dock.

Good cleaning performance overall

The Tineco Floor One S7 Steam offers four cleaning modes: Auto, Steam, Boost Steam, and Suction. The Auto mode operates like a traditional wet-dry vacuum, dispensing fresh water while vacuuming debris, dust, and liquids, along with soiled water. It effectively freshens up floors by operating the roller at 540 rpm. However, since it’s recommended not to use detergent or chemical solutions, it doesn’t fully sanitize the floors.

The steaming mode is the Floor One S7 Steam’s standout feature. Once activated, it heats water from the tank to 140ºC steam in about 30 seconds. This mode cleans tough and dried stains while killing most bacteria and germs. For more stubborn stains, the boost steam mode concentrates steam through the three center conduits, breaking down stains and grease more effectively.

For lightly to moderately soiled floors, the vacuum efficiently removes stains and dirt while also vacuuming dust and debris. However, it often requires multiple passes to eliminate dried and tough stains. The inability to use detergent can also make it harder to break down these tough stains.

Weighing in at 5 kg, the Floor One S7 Steam is relatively light for a wet-dry vacuum. The motorized roller brush makes it easy to maneuver. However, the cleaning head is a bit thick, making it difficult to fit under some furniture. Additionally, the vacuum doesn’t lie flat, which makes cleaning under a couch or bed more challenging.

Acceptable noise, but poor battery life

The Floor One S7 Steam’s battery provides up to 40 minutes of runtime in auto mode without using steam. However, activating the steam feature reduces the battery life to just 20 minutes. This may not be enough to clean an entire house. The boost mode further reduces the runtime to only 15 minutes, limiting its use to cleaning a single, particularly soiled room.

In terms of noise levels, the Floor One S7 Steam is comparable to similar wet-dry vacuums and remains within an acceptable range.

A simple app that doesn’t do much

The Floor One S7 Steam features built-in WiFi and is compatible with the Tineco app. This latter provides stats on the latest cleaning cycles and information about the vacuum’s status. You can also switch between modes, although it’s often easier to use the buttons on the robot itself. Additionally, the app is handy for keeping the robot updated with any improvements or new features Tineco releases.

However, unlike Roborock’s app, the Tineco app lacks options to customize cleaning settings or the robot’s behavior, which limits its usefulness in everyday life.

In addition to the app, the Floor One S7 Steam shares information through its built-in screen. This lets you see the battery percentage, selected mode, and whether one of the water tanks is empty or full. Similarly, audio cues help you orally understand what the vacuum is doing.

Easy to maintain, but prepare to get your hands dirty

The Tineco Floor One S7 Steam includes a self-cleaning feature, which is best activated after each cleaning cycle. This feature automatically cleans the roller and pipes, reducing maintenance. Additionally, the built-in scraper leaves minimal dirt on the roller.

Daily maintenance primarily involves emptying the dirty water tank and refilling the clean water tank. This task needs to be done frequently, as the steaming mode consumes a lot of water. The design of the dirty water tank causes most debris and dirt to wrap around the filter, requiring manual removal. Regular rinsing and cleaning of the tank are recommended to prevent bad odors.

For more complex maintenance, it is advisable to remove and manually clean the roller brush once or twice a month. Tineco provides a built-in brush to clean the pipes, helping to eliminate trapped debris or hair.

Is the Tineco Floor One S7 Steam the right wet-dry vacuum for you?

The Tineco Floor One S7 Steam combines steam mopping and vacuuming in a single device. This makes it a versatile cleaning tool for maintaining your home. The steaming mode stands out, providing an effective way to sanitize floors without the need for chemicals.

However, the limited battery life in steam and boost modes may require more frequent charging breaks, especially in larger homes. The design also has some limitations, such as difficulty cleaning under low furniture and the occasional fiddling needed with the dirty water tank and docking station.

Also, while the cleaning performance is relatively good, it’s not necessarily better than traditional models that don’t use steam. This means that unless you’re particular about killing bacteria and germ with 140ºC steam, a cheaper model like the Roborock Flexi Pro might be a better option.

Overall, the Tineco Floor One S7 Steam is a strong contender for those seeking a wet-dry vacuum that to sanitize light to moderately soiled floors. However, if you’re looking for a more flexible option that tackles hard stains better, a non-steam model is probably a better option

Pros	Cons
Steaming option to sanitize naturally	Battery life
Standard mode if you don’t want to steam	Doesn’t lie flat under furniture
Good cleaning results overall	Expensive

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